It happened here, years ago

Sheila Jewell, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Jewell, was crowned PHS Homecoming Queen for 1969, and her court included--maids Diana Hughes, Sheila Taylor, Donna Jo Cluck and Barbara Batey. Meanwhile, over 1,000 were on hand as the Mohawks beat the Paragould Bulldogs 12-0 in the annual game. Marvin Harris recovered a fumble on the Bulldog's first play from scrimmage. That set-up a Jimmy Johnson to Monty Bellers pass for the only touchdown of the game. The Mohawk defense made several goal-line stands, while Steve Champ and John Threet each had a pass interception and Mackey Donner recovered a late fumble to secure the win. The remainder of the Piggott scoring came on Tim Huffman field goals of 12 and 16 yards. Next week the Tribe will host Corning with the outright conference title on the line.

Lester Edwards, Jr. reported the first deer shot this season, a spike buck he took near Williford. And KBXM (1540-AM) at Kennett reported they would be broadcasting live reports of the upcoming Apollo 12 moon shot via the ABC Radio Network.

At the Carolyn Theater this week the features included--"True Grit" along with "The Bridge at Remagan" and "Romeo and Juliet."

Royalty at the Greenway FHA Halloween Carnival were Dana Carroll and Mark Benson for GES and Linda Carroll and Randy Scallion for GHS. And the latest entries in the Belle and Beau contest are Dana Gossett, Janice Harris, Tina Johnson and Sean Graddy.

Births to announce include a son, Timothy Edward to Dr. and Mrs. Jerry Muse on Nov. 8 at Piggott Hospital.

1979

Wendell Crossfield, 40, of Piggott was killed Nov. 12 when the tractor he was driving rolled-over onto him as he was working north of the Wanderer's Home Church. He's survived by wife Lena along with sons Scott, Rodney and Reggie. Meanwhile, five people were injured in a two vehicle accident on Langley Road as a car driven by Jimmy Ellis, 16, collided with a second vehicle being driven by Barbara Jean Woods, 24, all of Piggott.

A total of 47 students at UCA have been chosen for "Who's Who Among American College and University Students" including Karen Johnson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Darrell Johnson of Greenway. And the entry from Vancil Cattle Farm took top Brangus at this year's state fair and was pictured with owners Jean and Mike Vancil.

At the Carolyn Theater this week the feature was "Dracula" while the late show was "Voluptuous Vixens."

In sports, the Mohawks began the basketball season with a sweep of Greenway. The junior boys won 44-27 behind 18 points from Joe Mowery, while the senior boys won 64-58 with Les Garner top point man with 16. The Tiger's Allen Gardner had 23 in the loss. Earlier in the week Gardner surpassed the 1,000 point mark for his career at Greenway in a win over Dell.

The senior girls fell to Greenway 21-42 to open the season, then dropped a pair to Hoxie with junior girls losing 28-36 and the senior girls fell 25-81.

1984

It's official, after months of speculation Mayor George Cook called a meeting of community leaders this week to announce that Brown Shoe Company is closing. The factory was built in 1947, and still employed 250 people at the time. The layoffs were expected to begin by the first of December. At one time the factory employed over 650 people, and its closure leaves only Pocahontas as the final Brown Shoe facility in Arkansas.

This week's paper also included a feature on blue-ribbon quilter Eva Tanner, who first moved to the Piggott area from Qulin in 1917. Also, this week, the Piggott Lions Club were preparing for their annual TV auction according to event chair C.W. Knauts.

At the Carolyn Theater this week the feature was "Body Rock" and coming soon, "Teachers."

In births to announce, a daughter was born to Shaun and Janice Green Nov. 6 at Arkansas Methodist in Paragould and they've named the new arrival Andrea Marie. And a 50th wedding anniversary reception is set for Nov. 24 for Newt and Ruth Jenkins of Piggott.

In sports, the Mohawks open their basketball season against Marmaduke, and will look to improve on last year's 8-17 record with returning starters Jeff Benbrook and Dane Coomer. Meanwhile, the Lady Mohawks only had three days following volleyball season to prepare for their opener, as they returned starters Sabrina Tate and Kim Stewart.

1989

The annual Veterans Day ceremony was held with Mrs. Bobby Hoggard, president of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary, placing the ceremonial wreath. Meanwhile, a delegation of parents addressed the monthly school board meeting about the future of the Mohawk football and basketball programs. Jim Watson served as spokesman, as parents aired their feelings on the subject. Basketball coach Ted Box noted he took issue with some of the comments, while football coach Ed Winberry noted that he sure wasn't happy with the progress of his program. At issue was a "lack of cooperation between the programs," and coaches apparently urging players to shun the other sport.

This week's paper also included a feature on German-born Inga Eubanks, and her feelings as East German began the process of opening its borders. Meanwhile, Lloyd Kegley won $500 in Lucky Bucks from Stewart Hinkle Value Market, and was pictured with manager Charles Hinkle. And little Lance Ryan Conley was shown getting his first haircut from Ronny Graddy and according to reports he "took it in stride." (with the help of a firmly-attached pacifier)

The Marching Mohawks earned a first division trophy at the ASU Band Marching Day, along with the majorette line, drum major Heather Sneed, the flag line and rifle corp. members Julie Carman, Sarah Ort, Jennifer Olds, Mary Helms and Angel Steuart.

The Mohawk basketball teams are set to begin the season. The senior boys will visit Marmaduke, and return starters Kevin Blascoe, Mark Box and Jon Cooper. The senior girls, and new coach Mike Book, return starters Shelly Harris, Sheryl Harris and Mia Crowson..although Sheryl and Mia are currently out with injuries.